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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a 24-hour front desk, steps from Rideau Canal

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Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel offers a welcoming retreat in Downtown Ottawa with a garden and terrace for relaxing. Travelers can use the WiFi, browse newspapers, and rent bikes to explore the city. Past guests consistently praise the staff for their helpfulness.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 Twin Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath)

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 Twin Bed (Authentic Jail Cell (3x9) Shared Bath)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)

Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room (Twin Cell,1 Bunk Bed,Shared Bathroom)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath)

Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room (Dbl Jail Cell, 1 Dbl Bed, Shared Bath)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (with Bathroom)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedroom Women only, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 4 Bedroom Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
4 bedrooms
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 6 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 8 Bed Women only, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Mixed, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for 1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Female, Shared Bathroom

Free WiFi, bed sheets

1 Bed - Shared Dormitory, 10 Bed Female, Shared Bathroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Microwave
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Shared/communal kitchen
Oven
Stovetop
Kitchen island
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
75 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, ON, K1N7B9

What's nearby

  • Rideau Centre - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rideau Canal - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Ottawa - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rogers Centre Ottawa - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Byward Market Square - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Rideau Station - 4 min walk
  • Ottawa, ON (XDS-Ottawa Train Station) - 5 min drive
  • Ottawa International Airport (YOW) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪JOEY Rideau - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Purdys Chocolatier - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bridgehead - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪3 Brothers Shawarma And Poutine - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel

Hostel near Rideau Canal
Near Byward Market Square and University of Ottawa, Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel provides a terrace, a garden, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Bike rentals, self parking (surcharge), and smoke-free premises
  • A computer station, multilingual staff, and concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance, free newspapers, and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel include comforts such as free WiFi and kitchen islands. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Communal kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens
  • Stovetops, cookware/dishes/utensils, and kitchen islands

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (CAD 20 per day)
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 17

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests who do not present a Hostelling International membership card will be charged CAD 5 extra per bed and CAD 10 extra per private room, payable to the hostel.

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: CAD 20.00 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties

Property is also known as

HI Ottawa Jail Hostel
Jail Hostel
HI Ottawa Jail
Hi Ottawa Jail Hotel Ottawa
HI Ottawa Jail Hostel
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Ottawa
Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for CAD 20.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel located?

Located in Downtown Ottawa, this hostel is steps from Rideau Centre, Rideau Canal, and University of Ottawa. Byward Market Square and Parliament Hill are also within 1 mi (2 km). Rideau Station is only a 4-minute walk and uOttawa Station is 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Saintlo Ottawa Jail Hostel Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 975 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 333 out of 975 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 975 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 975 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 975 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lumei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room，kind staff，interest tour and nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check-in! A little difficult figuring out the area with lots of construction atm. Very clean and neat facilities and stay, as well as very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and well-maitained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great and the room was very clean my only complaint was the bed was super hard and uncomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenechi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff. Clean space
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights, first time staying in a hostel and truly enjoyed every second of the experience. The hostel staff were very nice and helpful. The atmosphere was very welcoming and calm. Enjoyed the common area's and interacting with other guests. Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The size of my bedroom and the selection of it. Much better than previous stays at this hostel!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

RXCobra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and generous breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Asha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely enjoy my stay in prison. It was more enjoyable than i thought. Showers were clean, breaskest has a decent spread. Kitchen was clean. Staff was great to deal with. Waking up to construction being done on my floor not so great. But understandable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved how accessible it is to the city
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great for a quick stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unique place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela Aurora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The space worked out for me and the students
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Liked: Amenities
Very quaint place - lots of character!! They’ve kept just enough of the old facility to give you the sense of actually being in a jail, but everything else is modern. Ample kitchen space and dining areas. Very very clean - spotless!! Very comfortable place to stay. I had the 2 person room with bunk beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is right downtown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chidera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen was fully functional and clean with bright lighting. It has thewhole prison set up just as advertised. I don't know if they have bathrooms, although I didn't ask but the washrooms are clean and fresh. I was in CEL 813. 😅😅 I strongly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a fun experience! Very clean and the staff is so friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vidyoot

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a little too warm. But it was still a nice stay! :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the history of the building
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jinesh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Laila

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
It was an interesting stay. Affordable and reasonable considering it is a jail hostel.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rajah

Liked: Staff & service
A bit of noise in the corridor and room cooling was overdone otherwise very oleasant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosaly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome and unique
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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